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Supreme Court Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage in All 50 States

In a 5-4 landmark decision, the Supreme Court of the United States reversed the previous ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges, and has granted same-sex couples the right to marry in any state. Here we provide a brief summary of the Court’s ruling on this monumental decision. The Process for Determining if Equal Protection is Being […]

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5 Things Clients Do to Hurt Their Divorce Case

Whether you or your spouse have filed for divorce, you’re contemplating a divorce, or you’re in the midst of a divorce now, there are some important things you need to know that could have serious consequences in your divorce case. Sometimes clients unknowingly say or do things that end up hurting their case. I’ll explain […]

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How Long Does a Divorce Take?

Everyone who wants a divorce wants to know how long it’s going to take before the divorce is final. We are asked this question frequently in our Jupiter divorce practice. Unfortunately, we can’t give a cut and dried answer to the question, How long does a divorce take? The answer depends on you, your spouse, and […]

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How to Help Your Kids Cope with a Divorce

Divorce is tough on kids, no doubt about it. They are the innocent victims of broken marriages. No matter what age, kids will feel the effects of divorce in their lives in some way or another. Here are some tips on how to help your kids cope with a divorce in your family. The family […]

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Types of Alimony in Florida

Here are some of the questions about the types of alimony in Florida that we are routinely asked in our Jupiter divorce law firm. What is alimony? Are there different kinds of alimony? How do you know if you’re entitled to alimony? Is there a way to calculate how much alimony you are entitled to? […]

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Do I Need a Prenuptial Agreement in Jupiter, Florida?

Getting married soon? Congratulations! What a blissful and exciting time. But also a time for lots of change. As you contemplate spending the rest of your life with someone, suddenly you’ve got a lot of important things to think about. Are we on the same page with child-rearing? Should one of us stay home with […]

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How Can I Pay for a Divorce Lawyer?

You’re a Jupiter resident who needs a divorce…but how are you going to come up with the money? Do you need a lawyer, or can you represent yourself? This is one of the most frequently asked questions I receive from Jupiter residents. We all know the unfortunate statistic that about half of all American marriages […]

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Getting Divorced? Here’s How to Protect Your Credit

Besides the obvious concerns about children, most parties to a divorce are primarily concerned with division of assets/property. Who gets the house? Can I keep the car? Am I entitled to this, or that item? Can my ex get any of the inheritance I received? Meanwhile, they overlook the equally important issue of how liabilities […]

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